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Bangladesh, Japan Disagree on Airport Terminal Deal Terms

4/6/2026

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Bangladesh and Japan have not reached an agreement on operation and maintenance of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport's third terminal.
Bangladesh's government has asked for revisions to the Japanese proposal due to upfront payments.
State Minister M Rashiduzzaman Millat said the deal must be mutually beneficial and aligned with national interests.
The terminal, delayed for over three years, is expected to open by end-2026 or early-2027, pending talks.

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Bangladesh and Japan have not reached an agreement on operation and maintenance of Hazrat Shahjalal International Airport's third terminal.
Bangladesh's government has asked for revisions to the Japanese proposal due to upfront payments.
State Minister M Rashiduzzaman Millat said the deal must be mutually beneficial and aligned with national interests.
The terminal, delayed for over three years, is expected to open by end-2026 or early-2027, pending talks.